2000 BMW 323 vs. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 334 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1976 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 323 | 1976 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 323 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 450 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |