2001 Acura EL vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura EL weights approximately 130 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1993 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 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL, 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
| Model | EL | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
