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 82 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 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 450 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) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). 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 | 2977 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |