1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 820 kg more than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1954 Vauxhall Cresta has manual transmission. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Vauxhall |
| Model | Deauville | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
