2010 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang 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 97 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Mustang | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Ford | De Tomaso |
Model | Mustang | Longchamp |
Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1603 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |