1994 BMW M5 vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M5 | Guara |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |