1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 M 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 M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2915 mm |
