1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 234 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
Model | V8 Volante | Sigma |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |