1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 95 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 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
| Model | Longchamp | EX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
