2005 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 325 | Sigma |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |