1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 168 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Longchamp | 928 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |