2009 BMW M3 vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 32 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. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | M3 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
