1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
