1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Cielo | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
