1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1999 Tata Estate

To start off, 1999 Tata Estate is newer by 20 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) has 229 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Estate 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 1999 Tata Estate
Make De Tomaso Tata
Model Deauville Estate
Year Released 1979 1999
Engine Size 5763 cc 1946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 67 HP
Torque 450 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2830 mm


 

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