1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 28 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 47 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Longchamp | NSX |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |