1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1996 De Tomaso Bigua and 1996 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 160 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
Model | Bigua | Magna |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |