1971 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 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 60 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (236 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 584 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Deauville | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Deauville | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
