1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 405 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Bigua | 512 M |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 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 | 1455 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 |