2009 BMW 523 vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 523 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
