1988 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Longchamp | X5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
