1956 Buick 40 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 110 kg more than 1956 Buick 40. 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | 40 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
