1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 33 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Longchamp | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3670 mm |