1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Avanti | De Tomaso |
Model | Avanti | Bigua |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |