1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 14 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, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 405 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | De Tomaso | BMW |
Model | Bigua | M3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |