2006 Audi A8 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 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, 2006 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
