1987 BMW 318 vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 234 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 318 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
