1974 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo GT | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | GT | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2680 mm |
