1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 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 84 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
Model | Bigua | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |