1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 18 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 20 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 2002 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
| Model | Longchamp | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
