2006 BMW M5 vs. 2005 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 1 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M5 | 2005 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M5 | Guara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
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 | 519 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |