1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Longchamp | 365 GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
