1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 635 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1995 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1995 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
