1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 47 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 280 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Bigua | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3240 mm |