1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 148 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Longchamp | 320 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
