1993 BMW 325 vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 325 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 93 more horse power than 1993 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 275 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 325 | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 325 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
