1977 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Longchamp | X5 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2933 mm |