2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1991 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F430 | Sigma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
