1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
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1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2013 BMW X1 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Longchamp | X1 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4484 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2044 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |