2000 Audi R8 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1698 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. 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, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi R8. (339 Nm). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | R8 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
