2000 BMW 328 vs. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 352 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 328 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
