1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1989 Porsche 911

To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 605 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.

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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 De Tomaso Deauville 1989 Porsche 911
Make De Tomaso Porsche
Model Deauville 911
Year Released 1981 1989
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5762 cc 3385 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 296 HP 328 HP
Torque 450 Nm 854 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1335 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2290 mm


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]