1994 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 1 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 11 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M3 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
