1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 158 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Gran Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
