2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3150 mm |
