1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 605 is newer by 11 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 645 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 605, 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 605. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 605 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 | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
| Model | Deauville | 605 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
