1976 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 492 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
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, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
1976 De Tomaso Deauville | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Alpina |
Model | Deauville | B3 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |