1976 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT 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, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 1976 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 De Tomaso Deauville | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Deauville | TT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2469 mm |
