1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 195 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 475 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1977 De Tomaso Deauville | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
Model | Deauville | Aspen |
Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |