1980 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 30 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 84 kg more than 1980 De Tomaso Deauville.
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, 2010 Ford Flex, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
1980 De Tomaso Deauville | 2010 Ford Flex | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Deauville | Flex |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2995 mm |