1983 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 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) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 228 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Longchamp | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2874 mm |
