2004 BMW 535 vs. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 535 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
