1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1999 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 17 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 454 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder 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 | 1999 Dodge Sidewinder | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Longchamp | Sidewinder |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |