1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 820 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. 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, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1974 Austin Marina | |
Make | De Tomaso | Austin |
Model | Longchamp | Marina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |