1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (407 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 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 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Porsche |
| Model | Bigua | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
