2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 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, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Ford | De Tomaso |
| Model | Mustang | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
