1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 233 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
Model | Bigua | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |