1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1990 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1990 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1990 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1990 Donkervoort S8. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Donkervoort S8. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1990 Donkervoort S8 has manual transmission. 1990 Donkervoort S8 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 | 1990 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Donkervoort |
| Model | Longchamp | S8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
