1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 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 171 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Morgan |
| Model | Bigua | 4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
