1971 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 374 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Deauville | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Deauville | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
