1956 BMW 507 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1956 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 222 kg more than 1956 BMW 507. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 507 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
