1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ 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 219 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden EJ weights approximately 84 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Bigua | EJ |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
