2009 BMW 550 vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 550 | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |