1996 BMW 535 vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 278 kg more than 1996 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 535 | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 535 | Deauville |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |