1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 114 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 565 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bigua | E |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |