1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 111 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 40 kg more than 1983 BMW 325. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325. 1983 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1983 BMW 325 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Guara | 325 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
