1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Ford Ranchero.
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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |