2003 BMW 318 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 318 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
