1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 166 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.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Longchamp | E |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |
