1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2003 Lotus Esprit 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 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 43 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 255 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lotus |
Model | Bigua | Esprit |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
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 | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |