1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 21 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3370 mm |
