1999 AC Aceca vs. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1983 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Aceca | Deauville |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |