1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 984 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Deauville | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Wartburg |
| Model | Deauville | 312 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
