1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 740 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Wartburg |
| Model | Longchamp | 312 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
