2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (397 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | RS4 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 102 L |
