1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 948 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Longchamp | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3302 mm |
