2000 BMW 323 vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, both 2000 BMW 323 and 2000 De Tomaso Guara were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2000 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2000 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 323 | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 323 | Guara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 413 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |