2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Guara 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 126 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 150 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2008 BMW Z4 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. 2008 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Guara | Z4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |