1992 BMW 332 vs. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 14 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, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 500 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 332 | Deauville |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |