1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 119 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Longchamp | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |