1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1977 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Triumph Spitfire 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 240 more horse power than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 885 kg more than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1977 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Triumph |
| Model | Longchamp | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
