1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 37 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, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 788 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Elise 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 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
| Model | Longchamp | Elise |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 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 | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2299 mm |
