1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 319 kg more than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Longchamp | LS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3091 mm |
