2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Corvette | Guara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 414 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |