1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1424 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1960 NSU Sport has manual transmission. 1960 NSU Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | De Tomaso | NSU |
| Model | Deauville | Sport |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
