1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 714 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1959 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1959 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Vauxhall |
| Model | Longchamp | Victor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
