1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 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 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 27 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2011 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
| Model | Bigua | X3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
