1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1996 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 12 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 14 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Guara. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 1996 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Longchamp | Guara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
