1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 6 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 220 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Longchamp | Model F |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
