1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 234 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bigua | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
