2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa

To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 De Tomaso Guara 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
Make De Tomaso Ferrari
Model Guara Testarossa
Year Released 2005 1985
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 4601 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2560 mm


 

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