1999 Audi R8R vs. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 25 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1938 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8R | 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | R8R | Deauville |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |