2009 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 915 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Materia has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Materia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Daihatsu | De Tomaso |
Model | Materia | Deauville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |