2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 123 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 513 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
| Model | CTS | Bigua |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
