1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2010 BMW 760
To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 14 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 880 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.
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, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 2010 BMW 760 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. 2010 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2010 BMW 760 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Bigua | 760 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 535 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 745 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3211 mm |