1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 36 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 17 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 637 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Deauville | Savana |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3940 mm |