2009 BMW 125 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 16 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 68 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
Model | 125 | Bigua |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |