1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 19 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 838 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX. 2012 Infiniti FX 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. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
Model | Bigua | FX |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2885 mm |