1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 20 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 234 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra CL has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra CL 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mahindra |
| Model | Longchamp | CL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
