2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota F-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota F-1 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 122 more horse power than 2002 Toyota F-1. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota F-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 410 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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Guara | F-1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
