1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 103 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Plymouth |
Model | Longchamp | GTX |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |