1976 BMW 630 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 630 | Guara |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |