1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1998 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2954 mm |
