1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 34 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Longchamp | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 821 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
