1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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 143 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 974 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | Escape |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
