1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1990 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 895 kg more than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. 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 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1990 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morgan |
Model | Longchamp | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |