2009 BMW 525 vs. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. 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, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 525 | Longchamp |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |