1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 18 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Audi |
| Model | Bigua | R8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2649 mm |
