1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 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) has 237 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1956 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1956 Porsche 356 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 | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Deauville | 356 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
