1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Longchamp | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
