2011 Lexus LS vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 23 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, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 323 kg more than 1988 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus LS | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Lexus | De Tomaso |
| Model | LS | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 2023 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2610 mm |
