1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 20 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 635 kg more than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp has manual transmission. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Longchamp | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3360 mm |
