1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo 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 173 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 291 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | Turbo | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
