1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1992 Morgan 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 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 191 more horse power than 1992 Morgan 4. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 835 kg more than 1992 Morgan 4. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan 4. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1992 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1992 Morgan 4 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 | 1992 Morgan 4 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morgan |
Model | Longchamp | 4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |