1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1957 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 640 kg more than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Aurelia. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1957 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
| Model | Longchamp | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
