2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 358 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 (450 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Porsche | De Tomaso |
| Model | 911 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
