1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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 115 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 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 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Longchamp | 911 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |