2009 BMW M6 vs. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1974 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | M6 | Deauville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |