2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Corvette | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 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 Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
