1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1974 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban 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 196 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 500 kg more than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1974 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Longchamp | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |
