1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 135 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Bigua | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |