1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. 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, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2009 BMW 318 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Longchamp | 318 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
