1996 Audi A8 vs. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Audi A8.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A8 | 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | A8 | Deauville |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |