1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Bigua | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
