1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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, 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1986 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | De Tomaso |
Model | 380 | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |