2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 86 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Monte Carlo, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1976 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
