1982 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3670 mm |
