1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1595 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | 600 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 6328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3910 mm |
