1971 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 41 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, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Deauville | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Deauville | 650 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
