2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (298 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
