1977 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 207 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Carlton. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1988 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1988 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1988 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Vauxhall |
| Model | Longchamp | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
