1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental 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 187 more horse power than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1983 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 286 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lincoln Continental. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lincoln |
| Model | Bigua | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
