2003 Buick Rainier vs. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rainier. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2003 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rainier. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rainier | 1972 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Rainier | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
