2005 BMW M3 vs. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1985 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M3 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |