1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 30 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 704 kg more than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Tuscan. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2008 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Deauville | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
Model | Deauville | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |