1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ6
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 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 630 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar XJ6. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
| Model | Bigua | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
