1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | Z1 | Guara |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |