1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 19 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, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 47 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M 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 | 2003 Infiniti M | |
Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
Model | Longchamp | M |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |