1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 1993 Audi V8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 146 kg more than 1993 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 1993 Audi V8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Deauville | V8 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |