1956 BMW 503 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 503 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 503 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 503 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 BMW 503 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 503 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 503 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 503 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2010 mm |
