2009 BMW 650 vs. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 650 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1415 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
