1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Bigua | 17 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |