2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 660 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
