1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 36 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 974 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
