1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS 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 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FXS. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FXS weights approximately 250 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) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS. 2002 Toyota FXS 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. 2002 Toyota FXS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Bigua | FXS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
