1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 375 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Alvis |
| Model | Bigua | TD |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
