1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 29 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 490 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Deauville | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Deauville | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4805 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |