1973 BMW 3 vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 98 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3 weights approximately 70 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 3 | Guara |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |