1970 Audi 100 vs. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 890 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100, 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | 100 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
