2004 BMW 316 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 1984 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 316 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
