2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | Z3 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
