De Tomaso Longchamp
An Italian-American grand tourer blending Ghia style with Ford Cleveland muscle.
- Power
- 330 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 7.0 s
- Top speed
- 149 mph
- Est. value
- $45k–$125k
About the De Tomaso Longchamp
The De Tomaso Longchamp is a rare 2+2 grand tourer that combined Italian design by Tom Tjaarda at Ghia with the reliable power of a Ford 351 Cleveland V8. Built on a shortened Deauville chassis, it features a sophisticated suspension setup with inboard rear disc brakes, offering a more refined driving experience than the mid-engined Pantera. Its angular, understated styling was intended to compete with the Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC and the Aston Martin V8. Despite a long production run, it remained a niche choice for connoisseurs, eventually serving as the mechanical basis for the Maserati Kyalami.
De Tomaso Longchamp specs
The De Tomaso Longchamp produces 330 bhp (246 kW) and 451 Nm (333 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 7.0 seconds and has a top speed of 149 mph (240 km/h).
| Make | De Tomaso |
|---|---|
| Model | Longchamp |
| Trim | 5.8 V8 |
| Years | 1973–1989 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Italy |
| Production | About 409 built |
| Engine | 5.8-litre Ford Cleveland V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,763 cc (5.8 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 330 bhp (246 kW) at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 451 Nm (333 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.0 s |
| Top speed | 149 mph (240 km/h) |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,700 kg (3,748 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 194 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a De Tomaso Longchamp worth?
A typical De Tomaso Longchamp is estimated to be worth $45,000 – $125,000 (about £34,000 – £93,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
De Tomaso Longchamp rarity in CarSpot
The De Tomaso Longchamp is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
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De Tomaso Longchamp fun facts
- The Longchamp's headlights and front indicators were borrowed from the first-generation Ford Granada, while the taillights came from the Alfa Romeo 2000 Berlina.
- Only 17 of the 409 cars produced were equipped from the factory with a five-speed ZF manual transmission; the vast majority used a Ford C6 automatic.
- After Ford stopped producing the Cleveland V8 in the US in 1974, De Tomaso sourced engines from Ford Australia to keep the Longchamp in production.