1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1972 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 2800 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
