1965 BMW 700 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 BMW 700 | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 700 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
