1981 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 34 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Longchamp | 500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3080 mm |