2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | Alpina | Deauville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |