1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Deauville 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 99 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1991 Ginetta G has manual transmission. 1991 Ginetta G 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 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ginetta |
| Model | Deauville | G |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
