1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 660 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Dodge |
| Model | Bigua | Charger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 110.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
