1994 BMW 740 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 740 | Guara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
