1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8. 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Deauville | XK8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |