2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 20 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 106 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 52 kg more than 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Dodge | De Tomaso |
| Model | Magnum | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
