1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 185 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | SL |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |