1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Deauville | Suburban |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |