1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 14 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 766 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | De Tomaso | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Longchamp | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 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 | 1704 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |