1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Deauville 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 99 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Holden Commodore. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Commodore has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Commodore 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 | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Deauville | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
