1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 445 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Longchamp | Crown |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
