1981 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 27 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. 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, 2008 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Maybach |
| Model | Longchamp | 62 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3830 mm |
