1981 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 15 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 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Longchamp | IS |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 416 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 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 | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2731 mm |
