1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 26 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Longchamp | A5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
