1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | R |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3216 mm |