1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1986 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1986 Lotus Esprit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Esprit. (405 Nm). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Esprit. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1986 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1986 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1986 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
| Model | Longchamp | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
