1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 620 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Guara | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 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 |
