1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 30 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Longchamp | SLK |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 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 Length | 4540 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |