2009 BMW 335 vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 335 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
