2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | De Tomaso |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
| 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 | 618 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1825 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
