2009 BMW 650 vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2003 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2003 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 650 | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |