1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | De Tomaso |
| Model | E420 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
