1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 112 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 100 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bigua | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
