1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 127 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Bigua | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
