1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 39 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 87 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 125 kg more than 2011 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Citroen |
| Model | Deauville | C6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
