1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 161 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 181 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Bigua | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 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 Weight | 1400 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
