1986 BMW 628 vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 628 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 628 | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 628 | Guara |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |