1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 515 kg more than 1965 Holden EH. 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Longchamp | EH |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
