1991 Audi 100 vs. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 434 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | 100 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
