1992 BMW 520 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 520 | Guara |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |