1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 930 kg more than 1963 Volvo 120. 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, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Deauville | 120 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
