1988 TVR Tuscan vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 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 5,763 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 71 more horse power than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 776 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1988 TVR Tuscan 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR Tuscan | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | TVR | De Tomaso |
| Model | Tuscan | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
