1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Bigua | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |