2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Alpina D3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Alpina | De Tomaso |
Model | D3 | Guara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |