1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 33 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 131 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Altima. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Deauville | Altima |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |