1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 716 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Longchamp | Express |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3429 mm |
