1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 2 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
Model | Longchamp | Silverado |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3650 mm |