2007 BMW M6 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 1982 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | M6 | Sigma |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |