1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 35 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 123 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 254 kg more than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Deauville | Touareg |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |