1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 7 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 97 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 170 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Bigua | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
