1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 30 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 46 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Longchamp | Charger |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3050 mm |
