1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Buick |
| Model | Longchamp | Century |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
