1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 795 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Deauville | C |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 457 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |