1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 Lexus LX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2005 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LX 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Lexus LX | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Deauville | LX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| 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 | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
