1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 702 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
Model | Longchamp | Express |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3429 mm |