1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 261 kg more than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Longchamp | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
