1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 27 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 225 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) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Longchamp | Safari |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
