1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 253 kg more than 1994 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1994 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
| Model | Longchamp | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
