2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Guara | Berlina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |