1971 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Deauville | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
Model | Deauville | 605 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |