1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp

To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 and 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 620 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alfa Romeo 90 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
Make Alfa Romeo De Tomaso
Model 90 Longchamp
Year Released 1987 1987
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 5763 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 130 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 450 Nm
Engine Bore Size 80.1 mm 101.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66.2 mm 88.9 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2610 mm


 

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