2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 16 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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (397 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Guara. 2009 Cadillac STS-V has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac STS-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac STS-V | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | STS-V | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 102 L |