1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 34 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 116 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caravan. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Deauville | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
