1977 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
