2003 Acura TL vs. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2003 Acura TL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Acura TL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 362 kg more than 2003 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL, 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, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
| Model | TL | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
