1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Alpina |
| Model | Longchamp | B5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
