1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 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 83 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 911. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Bigua | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |