1976 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1976 GMC Suburban

To start off, both 1976 De Tomaso Deauville and 1976 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 256 kg more than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville.

Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban 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, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

1976 De Tomaso Deauville 1976 GMC Suburban
Make De Tomaso GMC
Model Deauville Suburban
Year Released 1976 1976
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5763 cc 4093 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 242 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1944 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3300 mm


 

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