1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 14 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, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Guara | X5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2934 mm |
