1993 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 566 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Guara | 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
| Model | Guara | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 1134 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
