2003 BMW 325 vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 325 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
