1981 BMW 520 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1981 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 520 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 520. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 520 | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 520 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
