1981 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 880 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Longchamp | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
