1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 1310 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 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 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Bigua | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3490 mm |
