1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 10 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 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 640 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | CLS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1815 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 |