1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 29 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Longchamp | XF |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |