2002 BMW 330 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 9 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 139 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 330 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
