1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 7 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 650 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Longchamp | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
