1985 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Aston Martin |
| Model | Longchamp | DBS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |
