2007 Audi A4 vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | A4 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
