1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Longchamp | M5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2889 mm |