1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 15 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Guara | A6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2912 mm |
