1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 19 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 5,763 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet 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 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Longchamp | F300 Life Jet |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3020 mm |