1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 227 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK. 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, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Longchamp | XK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
