2006 GMC Savana vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 19 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 837 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | GMC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Savana | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2610 mm |
