1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 13 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 22 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Guara | X3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2797 mm |
