1986 BMW 325 vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 325 | Guara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |