1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 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 73 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 250 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bigua | E |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |