1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 12 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 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 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 662 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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Bigua | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
