2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 222 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Ford | De Tomaso |
| Model | Mustang | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
