1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 307 kg more than 1995 Lexus SC.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus SC. (350 Nm). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lexus |
| Model | Deauville | SC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
