1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 886 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
Model | Longchamp | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2743 mm |