1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 295 kg more than 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Longchamp | Sienna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |