1957 BMW 501 vs. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 501 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 299 kg more than 1957 BMW 501. 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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 501 | 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 501 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
