1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Longchamp | 599 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| 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 Weight | 1700 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
