1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 197 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Longchamp | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
