2005 BMW M6 vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. 2005 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2001 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2001 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M6 | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M6 | Guara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |