1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Longchamp | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
