De Tomaso Guara Barchetta 4.0 i V8 32V (304 Hp)
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De Tomaso Guara:
The De Tomaso Guarà is a sports car and the last project the founder and owner Alejandro de Tomaso put into the market. Presented at the 1993 Geneva Motor Show, the Guarà was initially available in coupé body-style. Later a roadster and an open-top barchetta bodystyle became available. The latter corresponds to the coupé but without roof and proper windscreen; a small air deflector protects the passenger and the driver from the passing wind and the car had to be driven while wearing a helmet.
The Guarà is based on the Maserati Barchetta Stradale prototype from 1991 which was meant to be the street-legal variant of the track-only car. A take-over of Maserati by Fiat prevented Alejandro de Tomaso from realising such a variant of the Barchetta manufactured by Maserati as Maserati ceased production of the Barchetta under its new owner. The car was thus manufactured by De Tomaso and was named Guarà. The Guarà was designed by Carlo Gaino of "Synthesis Design" who also designed the Maserati Barchetta....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Barchetta Overview:
De Tomaso Guara (Barchetta). With 431 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5 s). The top speed reaches 270 km/h. A two-seater convertible designed for open-top driving pleasure. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
The BMW-derived M60B40 V8 engine delivers robust power and torque, providing exhilarating acceleration (0-100 km/h in 5 seconds) and a top speed of 270 km/h. Its naturally aspirated character offers a pure, responsive driving experience.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 15 l/100 km, the 4.0L V8 is thirsty, as expected for a high-performance engine of its era. Fuel efficiency is secondary to outright performance.
Best Use Case:
Track Days / Spirited Weekend Drives
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exquisite and unique Italian design
- • Potent BMW-sourced V8 performance
- • Exceptional rarity and exclusivity
- • Pure, unadulterated driving experience
- • Strong historical significance for De Tomaso
Cons:
- • Very high fuel consumption
- • Limited practicality (2 seats, minimal luggage)
- • Challenging parts availability and high maintenance costs
- • Lack of modern safety features and driver aids
- • Firm ride quality due to performance focus
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | De Tomaso |
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| Model: | Guara |
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| Generation: | Barchetta |
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| Modification (Engine): | 4.0 i V8 32V (304 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1993 |
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| End of production: | 2001 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Roadster |
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| Seats: | 2 |
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| Doors: | 2 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 304 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 76.3 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 431 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | M60B40 |
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| Engine displacement: | 3982 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Middle, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 80 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 270 km/h |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.8 sec |
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| Space: |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 94 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4190 mm mm |
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| Width: | 2030 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1180 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1650 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1630 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Tires size | 245/40 ZR18 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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