1991 BMW M12 vs. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW M12 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | M12 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
