1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 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 72 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 231 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Bigua | 308 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
