1983 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 26 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 833 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Deauville | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
