2009 BMW 730 vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 730 | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |