1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Longchamp | X6 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2933 mm |