2003 BMW 645 vs. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 2 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
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.
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2003 BMW 645 | 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 645 | Longchamp |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |