2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 146 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1971 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Centieme | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 120 L |
