1987 Buick Regal vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Regal | Bigua |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |