1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 19 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Longchamp | LS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
