1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 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.
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1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Longchamp | 400 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |