2004 BMW 325 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 325 | Guara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
