1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, both 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp and 1973 MG MGB were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 199 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 700 kg more than 1973 MG MGB. 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, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1973 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1973 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1973 MG MGB | |
Make | De Tomaso | MG |
Model | Longchamp | MGB |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |