2009 BMW 730 vs. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 730 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1935 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
