1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, both 1985 Innocenti 990 and 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 986 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1985 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1985 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Innocenti 990 | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Innocenti | De Tomaso |
Model | 990 | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2610 mm |