1970 Buick GS vs. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS 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 106 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS 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:
1970 Buick GS | 1972 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | GS | Deauville |
Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |