1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 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 234 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 454 kg more than 1971 GAZ 24. 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, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Deauville | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GAZ |
| Model | Deauville | 24 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
