1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 154 kg more than 1988 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 1988 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | De Tomaso |
| Model | S | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
