2005 BMW 330 vs. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 330 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
