1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Longchamp | 965 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
