1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Longchamp | 335 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
