1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 407 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Corvette | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
