1995 BMW 318 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 318 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
