1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 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 94 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 372 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mazda |
| Model | Bigua | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
