1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 188 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Longchamp | 190 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
