1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Deauville | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
