2006 BMW 316 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 316 | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 316 | Guara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 276 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |