1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang 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 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | Mustang |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |