1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 13 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 94 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1999 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 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mini |
| Model | Bigua | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2548 mm |
