1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua 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 167 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 260 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1998 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | De Tomaso | Volkswagen |
Model | Bigua | Microbus |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |