1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, both 1999 De Tomaso Bigua and 1999 Ford Focus were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 203 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 1999 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1999 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Bigua | Focus |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |