1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 22 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 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 360 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 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 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Longchamp | 612 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
