1988 BMW 520 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 520 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
