1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 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 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3490 mm |
