1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 14 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 54 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Corvette | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 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 | 1454 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
