1987 BMW 750 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 750 | Guara |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |