1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1950 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 595 kg more than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Lancia Aurelia. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1950 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
Model | Longchamp | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |