1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy 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, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Deauville | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
