1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2005 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bigua | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
