1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 710 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | CL |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |