2007 Audi S6 vs. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Audi S6.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
| Model | S6 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
