1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2003 BMW Z8 is newer by 10 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z8 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Bigua | Z8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |