1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 36 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, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 60 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, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
Model | Longchamp | IS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2731 mm |