1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 32 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 5 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 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Deauville | A7 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2914 mm |
