1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
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 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Bigua | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72.9 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 | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
