1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 162 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 326 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Longchamp | Senator |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
