1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 33 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, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. 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, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
Model | Longchamp | IS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |