1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 38 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 32 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
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, 2011 Saab 9-4X, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Saab |
| Model | Deauville | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2807 mm |
