1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 10 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 761 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 943 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero 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 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
Make | De Tomaso | SSC |
Model | Bigua | Aero |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1090 mm |