1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (450 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1974 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1974 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Corvette | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
