2006 BMW 530 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 25 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 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma has manual transmission. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 530 | Sigma |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1597 cc |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |