1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (397 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 746 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | E |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 397 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2874 mm |