1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
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, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Longchamp | 530 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |