1976 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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 158 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 De Tomaso Deauville | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
| Model | Deauville | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
