1977 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Toyota Crown is newer by 26 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, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Crown. (212 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Crown. (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Longchamp | Crown |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |