2003 Honda NSX vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX. 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, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda NSX | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Honda | De Tomaso |
Model | NSX | Longchamp |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |