1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1997 Tata E
To start off, 1997 Tata E is newer by 12 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 148 more horse power than 1997 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Tata E. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata E. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1997 Tata E has manual transmission. 1997 Tata E 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 | 1997 Tata E | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Tata |
| Model | Deauville | E |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
