2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1976 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1976 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Impala | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
