2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | De Tomaso |
| Model | SLK | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
