1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 309 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Bigua | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
