1993 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 9 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ferrari |
| Model | Sigma | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
