1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2003 Ford Taurus is newer by 22 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 141 more horse power than 2003 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 463 kg more than 2003 Ford Taurus. 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, 2003 Ford Taurus, 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
