1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 34 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 108 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Longchamp | R |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |