1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 36 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 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 203 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Longchamp | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| 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 | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
