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 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 32 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 368 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1985 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M3 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |