1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1968 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Coupe 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) has 270 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1968 Moretti Coupe has manual transmission. 1968 Moretti Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1968 Moretti Coupe | |
Make | De Tomaso | Moretti |
Model | Longchamp | Coupe |
Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 26 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 63.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1850 mm |