1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1994 Honda NSX
To start off, 1994 Honda NSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Honda NSX. (280 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 Honda NSX. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda NSX. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1994 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1994 Honda NSX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Longchamp | NSX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
