1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa

To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 480 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.

Compare all specifications:

1993 De Tomaso Bigua 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
Make De Tomaso Ferrari
Model Bigua Testarossa
Year Released 1993 1988
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3982 cc 4943 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 283 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 403 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
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 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1040 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2560 mm


 

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