1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 980 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 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 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Deauville | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
