2009 BMW 125 vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1994 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1994 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 125 | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |