2009 BMW 635 vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 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 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 635 weights approximately 675 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, 2009 BMW 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 2009 BMW 635 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 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | BMW | De Tomaso |
| Model | 635 | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
