2009 BMW X6 vs. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | X6 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
