1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera 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 193 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 494 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Bigua | Sera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
