1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 158 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. 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 (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |