1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 540 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Viper | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
