1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 552 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Riley |
| Model | Longchamp | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
