1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp and 1975 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 555 kg more than 1975 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Longchamp | Skyline |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |