1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 1999 BMW Z3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (240 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Guara | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
