1977 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 33 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 884 kg more than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Land Rover |
| Model | Longchamp | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2878 mm |
