1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 15 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, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 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 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Guara | S4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2809 mm |
