1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 16 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua 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 415 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Longchamp | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
