1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 121 kg more than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
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1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | Taurus |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2868 mm |