1978 BMW 520 vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 BMW 520. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 520 | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 520 | Guara |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |