1975 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 38 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, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 1975 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 De Tomaso Deauville | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Deauville | A8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3122 mm |
