1991 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Sigma | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
