1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2003 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2003 Ford Thunderbird 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 47 more horse power than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 41 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2003 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |