2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Viper | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
