2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 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 2005 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma, 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Guara | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
