1976 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 35 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, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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 92 kg more than 2011 Acura RL.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
1976 De Tomaso Deauville | 2011 Acura RL | |
Make | De Tomaso | Acura |
Model | Deauville | RL |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |