1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 29 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 44 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1130 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series 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 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3505 mm |
