1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara 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 55 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 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. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | C30 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
