1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 37 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 15 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Longchamp | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2774 mm |
