1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 28 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 153 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 209 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Longchamp | 118 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
