1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
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 Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 410 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 1968 Holden Monaro 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. 1968 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Bigua | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
