1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 9 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 20 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, 2005 De Tomaso Pantera (451 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2005 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | De Tomaso | De Tomaso |
Model | Bigua | Pantera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5766 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
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 | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |