2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2004 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2004 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2004 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 De Tomaso Guara | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | De Tomaso | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Guara | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |