1976 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 36 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 56 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1976 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 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70, 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, 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Longchamp | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2815 mm |
