1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 26 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 4 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (292 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac DTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 122 kg more than 2010 Cadillac DTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac DTS. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Cadillac |
| Model | Deauville | DTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2936 mm |
