1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 15 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1091 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, 2008 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 2008 GMC Savana 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. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | De Tomaso | GMC |
Model | Bigua | Savana |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3440 mm |