1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 30 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, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 6 kg more than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 2011 Ford Edge, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 2011 Ford Edge | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Deauville | Edge |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2824 mm |