1977 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1969 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti S Coupe would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. 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, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1969 Moretti S Coupe has manual transmission. 1969 Moretti S Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1969 Moretti S Coupe | |
Make | De Tomaso | Moretti |
Model | Longchamp | S Coupe |
Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |