2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 404 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
