2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Corvette | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
