2007 BMW 323 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 416 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 323 | 1973 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 323 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5763 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |