2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F430 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
