1996 BMW 540 vs. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 540 | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |