2005 Infiniti M vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Infiniti | De Tomaso |
Model | M | Longchamp |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |