2000 BMW 320 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 131 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 320 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
