1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 39 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 123 kg more than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
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, 2013 Cadillac XTS, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | De Tomaso | Cadillac |
Model | Deauville | XTS |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2831 mm |