1997 AC Cobra vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 24 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Cobra | Bigua |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |