2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Guara | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
