2000 Audi A8 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | A8 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2610 mm |
