1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont 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 207 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 150 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 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Bigua | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
