1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | De Tomaso | Chevrolet |
Model | Bigua | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |