1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (401 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Longchamp | E |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |