1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 33 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 14 more horse power than 2006 Lexus SC. (283 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus SC. (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 2006 Lexus SC | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
Model | Deauville | SC |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 419 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |