1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 36 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 612 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Longchamp | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3665 mm |