1983 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville.
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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (345 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Deauville | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Deauville | Viano |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |