2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 860 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Smart ForTwo | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Smart | De Tomaso |
| Model | ForTwo | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2610 mm |
