2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Terraza | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
