1975 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (276 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 1975 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 De Tomaso Deauville | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Deauville | S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
