2001 BMW 745 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (390 Nm). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2005 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 745 | Guara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 414 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |