2009 Audi A5 vs. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 1971 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1971 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Audi | De Tomaso |
Model | A5 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 120 L |