2007 BMW 530 vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 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, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 530 | Guara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
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 | 1665 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |