1959 BMW 700 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 700 | Guara |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3982 cc |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 403 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2620 mm |