1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1963 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 1963 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Triumph |
| Model | Deauville | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2110 mm |
