2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 22 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 95 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1987 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | De Tomaso |
| Model | Viano | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
