1983 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 De Tomaso Deauville | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Deauville | LS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| 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 | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
