1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 27 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M 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, 2005 Infiniti M 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
| Model | Deauville | M |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
