1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Caterham | De Tomaso |
| Model | 1700 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
