1972 Buick GS vs. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Buick GS. 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, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick GS. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | GS | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
