1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 480 kg more than 1984 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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Longchamp | S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 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 | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3170 mm |
