1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 28 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 17 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (279 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 250 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | De Tomaso | Acura |
Model | Deauville | TL |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2775 mm |