1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 30 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 101 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 531 kg more than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Longchamp | Savana |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3429 mm |
