1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 27 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 85 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 470 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT 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 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Deauville | TT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2469 mm |
