1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 13 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 700 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | De Tomaso | Italdesign |
Model | Longchamp | Nazca |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |