1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster 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 86 more horse power than 2008 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Opel |
| Model | Bigua | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
