1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
Model | Longchamp | Milan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |