1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Deauville 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 80 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Deauville | 2003 Audi A6 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
Model | Deauville | A6 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |