2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 563 kg more than 2001 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | SL |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |