1999 BMW 750 vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 750 | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 750 | Deauville |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5370 cc | 5762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |