1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525.
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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 525. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp has manual transmission. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Longchamp | 525 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |