2006 BMW M6 vs. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M6 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 5762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |