1992 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (405 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Maserati |
| Model | Sigma | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2942 mm |
