2011 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 26 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 952 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Suburban | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2652 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2610 mm |
