1984 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 210 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Deauville | S |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3165 mm |