2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1630 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Guara | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |