1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura 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 800 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
Model | Longchamp | Miura |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |