1953 Buick 40 vs. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 35 kg more than 1953 Buick 40. 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, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | 40 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
