1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 30 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) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 71 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 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 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Longchamp | A5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |