2005 Acura RL vs. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 34 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, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL 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 180 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 1971 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 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL, 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, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 1971 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1971 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
| Model | RL | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 120 L |
