1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 31 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 40 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 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 | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3490 mm |
