1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Espada 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 | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
| Model | Longchamp | Espada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
