1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville

To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.

Compare all specifications:

1975 BMW 1602 1985 De Tomaso Deauville
Make BMW De Tomaso
Model 1602 Deauville
Year Released 1975 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1574 cc 5763 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 85 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1940 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2610 mm


 

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