1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1996 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
Model | Longchamp | Q45 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |