1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 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 12 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 763 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 2010 Jaguar XJ 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. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | De Tomaso | Jaguar |
Model | Bigua | XJ |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 600 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3157 mm |