1982 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 880 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2002 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | TVR |
| Model | Deauville | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
