2006 BMW 525 vs. 1998 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 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 67 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1998 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 525 | Guara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3982 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |