1988 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 24 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 114 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
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, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Longchamp | 320 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
