1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Deauville | SP |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
