2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 421 kg more than 2004 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 SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | SLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |