1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 is newer by 26 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, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 836 kg more than 2003 TVR T 350.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
1977 De Tomaso Deauville | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
Model | Deauville | T 350 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |