2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 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 25 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Guara | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 759 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |