1961 BMW 502 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1961 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 BMW 502 weights approximately 276 kg more 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 502 | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 502 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
