1995 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 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 112 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 230 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 330 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
