1981 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 153 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Longchamp | Charger |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3048 mm |