1967 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. (276 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 385 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Camaro (481 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Camaro | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Camaro | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |