1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 16 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 16 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (266 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 593 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Cadillac |
Model | Guara | CTS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
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 | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |