1971 BMW 3 vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 3 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
