1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Longchamp | CLK |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
