1986 BMW 730 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 730 (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 730 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1993 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, 1986 BMW 730 (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 730 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 730 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
