1999 BMW 740 vs. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 De Tomaso Deauville.
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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 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 BMW 740 | 1983 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 740 | Deauville |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 450 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |