1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 368 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Longchamp | Tundra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3710 mm |