2007 BMW 330 vs. 2001 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2001 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 330 | Guara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 1655 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |