2004 Acura NSX vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 11 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, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
| Model | NSX | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
