1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1959 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Elite 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 212 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Lotus Elite. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lotus Elite. (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1959 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
| Model | Bigua | Elite |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 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 | 1050 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
