1975 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 38 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 31 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 45 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Longchamp | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
