1976 BMW 628 vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 628 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
