2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Airflite. (341 Nm). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Airflite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Airflite | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
