1992 BMW 545 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 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 20 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 545 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
