1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Seat |
| Model | Deauville | 124 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
