2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 17 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 140 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Ferrari | De Tomaso |
| Model | 612 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
