1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 27 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 734 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | Taurus |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |