1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 26 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 109 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Longchamp | Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |