2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |