1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 is newer by 37 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 135 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 1973 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 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6, 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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
Model | Deauville | G6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |