1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua

To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 225 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 De Tomaso Guara. (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.

Compare all specifications:

1995 De Tomaso Guara 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
Make De Tomaso De Tomaso
Model Guara Bigua
Year Released 1995 1996
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 3982 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 402 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2680 mm


 

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