1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 12 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
Model | Bigua | I |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |