1980 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 100 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK 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 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Longchamp | XK |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |