1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 13 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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Bigua | 370Z |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |