2009 BMW 730 vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 665 kg more than 2003 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 De Tomaso Guara. 2009 BMW 730 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 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 730 | Guara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1200 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 |