1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 308 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 339 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Longchamp | 308 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
