1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 16 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac STS weights approximately 627 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS. 2011 Cadillac STS 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. 2011 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Cadillac |
| Model | Guara | STS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2957 mm |
