1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 6 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 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 79 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 520 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Bigua | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
