1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | SL |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |