2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 129 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Guara | Dino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
