1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 34 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 14 kg more than 2007 Lexus 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, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Longchamp | GS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
