1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 940 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bigua | S |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1490 mm |
