1977 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 35 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 41 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 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 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | E-350 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3505 mm |