1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Bigua | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
