1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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 245 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Longchamp | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
