1971 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO is newer by 34 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
1971 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
Model | Deauville | GTO |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 536 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |