1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1994 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1994 Eagle Talon is newer by 22 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 163 more horse power than 1994 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1994 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 710 kg more than 1994 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Talon, 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, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 1994 Eagle Talon | |
Make | De Tomaso | Eagle |
Model | Deauville | Talon |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |