2008 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
