1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 36 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 71 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 666 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | Edge |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3505 mm |
