2009 BMW 335 vs. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. 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 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 335 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1720 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |