1967 AC 428 vs. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 217 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | AC | De Tomaso |
| Model | 428 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
