2008 BMW 328 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 328 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
