1977 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD. 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, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Alvis |
| Model | Longchamp | TD |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
