1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 14 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 6 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Longchamp | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |