1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 950 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. 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 Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
1970 BMW 2002 | 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 2002 | Deauville |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |