1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 121 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 1988 Porsche 944 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. 1988 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Bigua | 944 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
