1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 130 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Deauville | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |