2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 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 132 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 835 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Caterham | De Tomaso |
| Model | 7 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
