1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 10 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 57 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
| Model | Bigua | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
