1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 27 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Longchamp | E-250 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3505 mm |