2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1985 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | Quattroporte | Sigma |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |