1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 740 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
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, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1969 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Ford | De Tomaso |
| Model | GT 40 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
