2009 BMW 125 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 125 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| 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 | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
