1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Longchamp | XJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3032 mm |
