1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 24 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 222 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Deauville | MR2 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 131 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |