1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro 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 189 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Bigua | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
