2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1090 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3165 mm |
