1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 27 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 176 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Bigua | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
