1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Bigua | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
