1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
| Model | Bigua | 456 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
