1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 15 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 128 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GAZ |
| Model | Longchamp | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
