1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 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 120 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (176 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 335 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Deauville | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
