2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 685 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Express | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 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 |
