1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Lexus GS.
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) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Deauville | GS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
