1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB 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 204 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 MG MGB. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | De Tomaso | MG |
| Model | Bigua | MGB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
