1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 324 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SL | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
