1996 BMW M3 vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 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, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 308 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M3 | Deauville |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |