1976 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 37 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville.
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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 De Tomaso Deauville | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
| Model | Deauville | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2942 mm |
