2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 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 72 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 205 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Guara | Z3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |