1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Longchamp | 300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3050 mm |