1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 De Tomaso Deauville 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 158 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 De Tomaso Deauville | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Deauville | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
