1990 BMW M3 vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M3 | Guara |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |