2008 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 15 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 325 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
