2001 Audi A8 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 28 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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | A8 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 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 | 1980 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2610 mm |
