1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, both 1985 De Tomaso Deauville and 1985 Buick Century were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 1985 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 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Century, 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 1985 Buick Century | |
Make | De Tomaso | Buick |
Model | Deauville | Century |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2664 mm |