1998 BMW 730 vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 730 | Guara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |