1984 BMW M6 vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 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 19 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 305 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M6 | Guara |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |