2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 304 more horse power than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | Le Mans | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
