1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 31 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |