1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 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 128 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 208 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 | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Deauville | 208 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
