1954 BMW 502 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 502 | Galant |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |