1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2800 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 2800 | Guara |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |