2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B3 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
