2008 Acura TL vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 15 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, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (283 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 402 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.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Acura | De Tomaso |
| Model | TL | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
