1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1993 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1993 Nissan Maxima is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Deauville 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 128 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Maxima. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 620 kg more than 1993 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Maxima. (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Maxima. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Deauville | 1993 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Deauville | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
