2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 270 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | GTV | Guara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |