1989 Audi V8 vs. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | V8 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
