1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 31 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, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z 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 207 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Longchamp | Z |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |