2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1975 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 16 kg more than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 De Tomaso Deauville. 1975 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1975 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Aston Martin | De Tomaso |
| Model | Vanquish | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
