2004 BMW 325 vs. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 234 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1976 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1976 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 325 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
