1972 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 40 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 114 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 De Tomaso Deauville | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Deauville | X3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |