1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (202 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 556 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | C |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 68.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |