1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 59 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 2006 Porsche Cayman 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. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Bigua | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
