1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 22 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 101 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 377 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
| Model | Deauville | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3380 mm |
