1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 39 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 2012 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Longchamp | TT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2469 mm |
