1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 29 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 403 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra 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 350 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2012 Pagani Huayra has manual transmission. 2012 Pagani Huayra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pagani |
Model | Longchamp | Huayra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 700 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 740 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4605 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2036 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1169 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2795 mm |