1991 Alpina B vs. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 74 kg more than 1991 Alpina B.
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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpina B has manual transmission. 1991 Alpina B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1983 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Alpina | De Tomaso |
| Model | B | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
