1994 BMW M3 vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M3 | Guara |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |