1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Bigua | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
