2008 BMW X5 vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 31 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville.
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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | X5 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5762 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
