1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 25 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 40 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3490 mm |
