1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 35 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (490 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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, 2011 Aston Martin Virage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 Aston Martin Virage | |
Make | De Tomaso | Aston Martin |
Model | Longchamp | Virage |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
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 | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1288 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |