1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 638 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3520 mm |
